Bangkok is a vibrant party city that makes it easy to meet fellow travelers. You will have an amazing time in Thailand's capital, from cool party hostels to vibrant night clubs!

Thailand's capital Bangkok is a popular city among backpackers and digital nomads, do not fear to visit Thailand on your own, I promise you will meet people along the way! The city will never leave you bored, as there is so much to do and explore for anyone's budget. The easiest way meeting fellow travelers is by choosing to stay in a hostel, there is plenty choice if you search online for hostel Bangkok.

This blog post will give you an overview about the best places to stay in Thailand's capital to meet other travelers or make new friends - lets find out, which one is the best party hostel in Bangkok!

Slumber Party Hostel Khaosan Road

Khaosan Road is the biggest backpacker meeting point in Bangkok, and therefore one of the best spots in town to connect with fellow backpackers in Thailand. This street is filled with delicious street food, cheap bars, unique souvenir shops, travel agencies, and plenty of budget friendly hostels to stay. Due to the hot weather I recommend to choose a place with swimming pool so you can chill down after a day of sightseeing.

If you want to experience what a pool party Bangkok feels like, you should check out the Slumber Party Hostel Khao San! Their famous pool parties are happening every day and are free to enter. Drinks are affordable and it's a fantastic place to make new friends too!

The Slumber Party Hostel Khao San is just a few min walk away from Khaosan Road, its located on 81 Mayom (Google Map Link).

Slumber Party Hostel Soi 1

If central location is an important factor to you, you might want to opt for a hostel near BTS (Bangkok Transit System - AKA public transport in Bangkok) - that way you are conveniently located near a train station, which will make it easy for you to hop around and explore Bangkok's sights in a breeze without negotiating with taxi drivers.

I recommend to stay in a hostel near Sukhumvit, which is another popular area in Bangkok for travelers and backpackers. You'll find some of the best night clubs and bars here, entertainment options will be endless! Staying at Slumber Party Hostel Soi 1 is right in the center of Sukhumvit (Google Map Link), the area is filled with busy pubs, extravagant night clubs, and loads of yummy eateries.

Getting around the city will be easy, because public transport is close to the hostel, the nearest stop Phloen Chit is just a few minutes walk away.

Bodega Hostel Bangkok

If you want to stay close to all the action and entertainment, you might look for a hostel in Bangkok city center. I recommend Bodega Bangkok, it's one of the most social hostels in Bangkok! They're located in the heart of Bangkok (Google Map Link), close to public transport, and just a few minutes walk to the famous Soi Cowboy (which was featured in the movie The Hangover).

Within 15 minutes walk (or a quick taxi ride) you'll reach Soi 11, which is another trendy area filled with glitzy rooftop bars, delicious street food, hidden speakeasy bars and vibrant night clubs. Speaking of night clubs, if you want an unforgettable nights out, grab a taxi to RCA (takes about 15 minutes), this area is packed with clubs and night goers!

Bodega Hostel Bangkok offers a variety of parties and activities, every day of the week to bring travelers and backpackers together! It's a perfect social setting where you can meet like-minded people who like to connect, dine, drink, shop and explore Bangkok with you.

And speaking of shopping, another thing that can't be missed is a visit to Chatuchak Weekend Market, the world's largest weekend market with over 15,000 stalls and shops. Even if you don't need anything, trust me, you won't come home empty handed! And even if you don't want to shop, the street food alone makes it worth to go there! Enjoy!

Conclusion

It should go without saying that Bangkok is a vibrant party city that makes it easy to meet new people. You will undoubtedly have an amazing time in Thailand's capital, from the cool party hostels to the dance floors! I promise you will have loads of fun and make new friends in no time!

I hope you enjoyed this little guide on Bangkok's best party hostels and places to meet fellow travelers and I hope we'll run into each other next time I'm there. Happy travels!

thailand Travel Tips

Are you ready to fly to Thailand? Here are some quick booking links and resources that I use myself for travel planning. These websites will help you to get started with your Thailand itinerary!

Cheap Flights to Thailand

Skyscanner is my favorite search engine for finding cheap flights to Thailand, from anywhere in the world. I always start my flight search here!

Transport within Thailand

Bus, boat, and trains: 12Go is one of the most reliable websites when it comes to booking buses, ferries and railway. Get an instant seat confirmation and start your overland travel worry-free.

Taxis: Indrive is my go-to app to call a cab. No more hassles with taxi drivers who don't like to use the meter!

Find a Place to stay in Thailand

Hostels, hotels and resorts: Agoda is excellent if you're looking for hotels from budget to luxury! It's one of the largest hotel booking websites in the world. Plenty of options to book now and pay later, or even pay at the hotel. Risk-free booking, many with free cancellation. My other go to is Booking.com.

Homestays and Housesits: For a more authentic and local experience I recommend Homestay.com, a website where you can find places to stay with locals for such a great price. Personally, I'm obsessed with Trusted Housesitters, where you get to stay completely for free in exchange for pet care. Find out more in my article on How to Become a House Sitter and Never Pay for Accommodation.

Fun Tours and Activities in Thailand

Get your Guide has plenty of fun activities in Thailand, such as island hopping, hiking tours and city sightseeing trips. There is plenty of choices to keep yourself entertained!

Klook is similar than the one above, but offers additional options such as airport transfers, SIM cards, and food & dining experiences. It' a great way to meet other travelers while exploring a new place!

eSIM - Stay connected with Internet

Get an eSIM before you go and have Internet available from the second you arrive! I highly recommend Roamless or JetPac - they're both highly ranked, inexpensive and reliable.

Travel Insurance

Never go adventuring without travel insurance! I recommend Genki or SafetyWing - they're both very affordable and will cover you in an emergency.

Do I need a Visa for Thailand?

Travelers from most countries are allowed to enter Thailand visa-free, for a period of 30 -60 days. You can check on iVisa whether you need a visa and how long you are permitted to stay.

Best Party Hostels in Bangkok - Where to meet other travelers and make new friends